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Title: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on February 24, 2009, 06:54:54 AM
Quoteupdate 5/17/2016!!!

here are the two newell arms that i have available.  the large stainless steel arm is $10 and works well for 400, 500 and 600 series reels.  it has a 3/16ths inch hole that will accommodate most aftermarket grips, so you can pretty much use any grip that you want.  the small arm is $8 and works well for the 200, 300 and maybe even the 400 series reels.  and i screwed it up.  the hole for the handle grip is 5/16ths of an inch in diameter, which means that you are stuck with my counter bored 3/0 grip.  here are both arms with the grips that i would normally use. 

(http://alantani.com/gallery/14/1_17_05_16_4_50_03_14308174.jpeg)

(http://alantani.com/gallery/14/1_17_05_16_4_50_04_143102244.jpeg)

here is the 3/16ths inch hole with a spindle that is cut flat. 

(http://alantani.com/gallery/14/1_17_05_16_4_50_05_143111908.jpeg)

here is the 5/16ths inch hole with the spindle that is counter bored.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/14/1_17_05_16_4_50_06_14312733.jpeg)

you see the difference. 


i've adapted the kolekar grip to the newell reel by having a stainless steel arm made.  at the very beginning, i tried adapting the kolekar grip to the stock newell arm, but the length of the spindle varied too much and i gave up.  that's when i decided to have new stainless steel arm made.  it honestly does weigh more than the stock newell arm, but at least it will never break.  

(http://alantani.com/gallery/0/1_23_02_09_11_27_23_0.jpeg)

(http://alantani.com/gallery/0/1_23_02_09_11_27_30_1.jpeg)

needless to say, i think it's a HUGE improvement over the stock grip.  

(http://alantani.com/gallery/0/1_23_02_09_11_48_38.jpeg)

(http://alantani.com/gallery/0/1_23_02_09_11_31_59_2.jpeg)

the all stainless steel and delron construction offers another significant advantage over the aluminum found in the p-series or tiburon handles.  my handle arms will never corrode.  

(http://alantani.com/gallery/0/1_23_02_09_11_31_26_0.jpeg)

the handle arm with the 2/0 kolekar grip is $36 and the arm and 4/0 grip is $40, both with domestic shipping included.  i no longer have the spindes needed to adapt a kolekar grip to a stock graphite newell arm.  and because of the flex of the thin aluminum p-series arms, i do not recommend bolting a kolekar grip to one of these.  


Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on April 02, 2009, 02:20:31 PM
QuoteHi.  I would like to order some kolekar handles for my Newells.  Do you also have handles which fit the 600 series Newells? Thanks.  Steven

no problem, steve. the stainless steel arm fits all of the newell reels and has 3 positions. the grips are interchangeable as well. for the smaller newells, most guys use the 2/0, but for any type of heavy drag application, i'd recommend the 4/0 grip. do you know which ones you want? or the reels that they are going on?

QuoteI would like to order (3) 2/0 kolekar newell handles for my 300 series and (3) 4/0 kolekar newell handles for my 5 and 600 series.  I'll take your advice about the 4/0 kolekar with heavy drag because my target with the bigger newells are GT's in the 75-100lb range. Looking forward to finally getting a grip on my newells.  I keep hearing about Cal's grease; it is not common here in Hawaii.  Is Cal's grease better than say Blue grease or Corrosion grease?  I have upgraded my Newell drags with Carbontex with Blue grease after learning it from your site.  I have tried different soft washers in many configurations, even Carbontex but dry,and it seems your way seems to work the best.Greased drags are not common knowledge here among us heavy/big game shorecasters; it is almost a no-no among many. You have taught me something new after a quarter century of cranking reels. Thank you.

you can get cal's grease and carbontex washers from smoothdrag.com. it's great stuff. alan

QuoteAlan, Thanks for sending the handles.  I was hoping to get em just in time for our GT Masters Cup 2009 Tournament which started this past Friday morning.  Mailman delivered Thursday afternoon right before I left the house!  I slapped the 4/0's on my 631's (with the Cal's Carbontex setup)and OH MY GAAAWD!  they felt PERRRFECT!  I was telling myself they were gonna be too big but on your advice I went with em and I gotta say THANK YOU!  In use during the weekend, the cranking power and the comfort blew me away.  These were made for cranking down on the 60-100lb line that we stick to the ocean bottom when we cast for big ulua here in Hawaii.Although I didn't catch fish(Fish seen my handles and got scared!)(250 entrants,7 ulua total,1st place-67lbs), I came home, busted out my Dremel and polished them up! Heavy?  Maybe.  Heavier than a stock Newell?  Yes.  Uncomfortable?  Hell no.  Look I don't wanna waste your mail space.  I'm sending you a check this week cuz they are NOT coming off my Newells(hell I just might JB Weld these beauties to em! [joke;after a few beers might not be])  Either way my wife is gonna give me an earful.  That's when I'll grab that Kolekar and start crankin' with the ratchet on.  Thanks again. 
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on April 02, 2009, 09:55:52 PM
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Hi Alan, I found your website while looking for power handles for my 338 Newell. I really like the look and design of them, and was curious as to which you would suggest for my reel. I use it on a 11'6" graphite conventional surf rod for heavy duty chunking on Long Island. I was thinking of the 4/0 size, do you think this would be too big for that reel?  Sincerely, Matt


hi, matt!  i would highly recommend the 4/0 grip.  it will seem big at first, but once you get used to it you will never want to go back to anything less.  let me know.  thanks!  alan

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Hi Alan, The 4/0 was a little too big/heavy for my needs. I liked the size, but it threw off the balance of the rod/reel combo I'm casting. It's on it's way back to you, USPS. Thank you for your generousity in sending it out, and I may look into the smaller handle in the future.  Matt


sorry it didn't work for you.  if i can help with anything else, please let me know.  thanks!  alan
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on April 10, 2009, 06:10:17 AM
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I got the handles in today.  I put 1 each on P454-F's and S646-3's.  I plan to put them to the test over the weekend.  Initial impressions are that the 4/0's are definitely much more comfortable (for guys with long fingers like me) but the 2/0's balance the reels better for shorecasting applications.  I'll keep these but I'm kinda leaning towards more of the 2/0 grips since they still feel way better than stock; but we'll see how I feel after some real-world usage.  One thing I immediately noticed was how the grips are always oriented vertically in the perfect position to grab.  No more fumbling trying to grip the handle.  I hope you have more in stock because I plan to buy 4 more once my tax returns are in. 


e-file with turbo tax!
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: night8hawk on February 14, 2011, 11:49:56 PM
Hi Alan,
I have the Newell 332 and 220 i would like to order the power Handle for my reels, can you send me the information please.
Thanks David
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on February 15, 2011, 12:06:36 AM
i have a new smaller handle arm.  send a pm with your address and i will ship one out for you to look at.  alan
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: Rickman on May 05, 2011, 05:49:59 PM
Hi Alan,
The pin the knob rotates on, on my 220, just decided it was done this morning. (Great fun bringing in a skipjack with no nob!) Anyway, not the best timing since my wife is coming home (to Baja) next Thursday from Maui. Trying to find a neighbor coming down soon! Do you still have Newell handles? 2/0.....
Thanks,
Rick
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on May 05, 2011, 06:10:28 PM
yes, send a pm with your address and i will ship out out.
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: Dominick on May 05, 2011, 08:06:33 PM
I'm going to Los Cabos on the 31st if you need a courier.  Might go a few days earlier if other stuff falls in place.  Dominick
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: Rickman on May 05, 2011, 11:18:26 PM
Dominic,
Thanks for the offer. I might take you up on it if no one is coming down sooner. Where are you headed for?
Rick
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: Dominick on May 06, 2011, 01:59:05 AM
Rick: a PM was sent.  Dominick
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: tomsatx on June 24, 2011, 09:47:37 PM
Alan,

I would like to purchase 2 handles for my Newells. In the photos, there is a longerarm and a shorter arm. Is this for 200 and 300 and up series? Also, I would like a handle and arm combo for a sealine x and was interested in the charter special arm. Are there any other arms that you sell with 2/0 handle that will fit the sealine?

Thanks,

Thomas
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on June 26, 2011, 06:48:29 AM
i have stainless steel arms for the shimano and only the short arm for the newell.  i do not have a stainless steel arm for the daiwa.  you have to drill out the old grip and bolt on a new one. send me a pm and we can figure out exactly what you want and i will get it shipped out to you.  i'm still trying to sort out the shipping.  everything got all mixed up while i was gone.  my fault.......
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: tomsatx on February 28, 2012, 07:20:32 PM
Quote from: alantani on June 26, 2011, 06:48:29 AM
i have stainless steel arms for the shimano and only the short arm for the newell.  i do not have a stainless steel arm for the daiwa.  you have to drill out the old grip and bolt on a new one. send me a pm and we can figure out exactly what you want and i will get it shipped out to you.  i'm still trying to sort out the shipping.  everything got all mixed up while i was gone.  my fault.......

PM sent. I decided to go with the two short arms for the Newells with the smaller grips. Thanks.
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: Panama on March 17, 2012, 01:51:23 AM
Alan,
I fished my Newells the other day and realized how difficult the handles are coming up from 300ft.  I could use a handle for a 338.  Any suggestions on size?  Also are the arms only available unfinished....any black?
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on March 17, 2012, 03:01:38 AM
a 4/0 kolekar grip and a small newell arm on the long throw position.  they're $38 with shipping included.  send me a pm with your address and i will mail one out to you.  thanks!  alan
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: broschro on March 20, 2012, 12:11:52 PM
Quote from: Panama on March 17, 2012, 01:51:23 AM
Alan,
I fished my Newells the other day and realized how difficult the handles are coming up from 300ft.  I could use a handle for a 338.  Any suggestions on size?  Also are the arms only available unfinished....any black?
if he dose not have a black one I can coat it for u
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on March 23, 2012, 12:04:58 AM
they are plain stainless steel.  it would be fun to see one painted. 
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: 808yosh on July 30, 2012, 07:47:27 PM
Alan,

Sent you a pm about a handle upgrade...please let me know
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on July 31, 2012, 12:23:33 AM
i have short arms in inventory right now, but not the long ones.  i sent an e-mail to the guy that makes them for me. they have been on back order for quite a while.  :-\
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: spize909 on July 18, 2013, 03:33:26 AM
I am looking to install a couple of these on some 332's that I have. Do you still have them available? What size would you recommend? They will be used for tossing jigs and also bait fishing tuna and yellowtail.
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: alantani on July 19, 2013, 10:50:00 PM
i have a 3/0 grip and a short arm with two positions.  i can send one out to you to look at if you email me your address.  thanks!
Title: Re: handle upgrade - newell
Post by: spize909 on July 20, 2013, 04:14:48 AM
by "short arm" what do you mean? How does the length compare to the stock arm?
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: didka on May 28, 2016, 01:38:04 AM
Hi Alan
I was wondering if you still have any upgraded handle available for a Newell S332-5? TIA
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: uluakacha on April 08, 2017, 09:09:59 AM
Do you still have handles for the 300 series Newell, thanks
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on April 08, 2017, 04:29:41 PM
yes, got a bunch!  for the 200/300 series reels, i would use the shorter two position arm with a 3/0 grip, so it would be $35 plus $3 shipping.   send me a pm with your address and i will get them out.  mail a check to me at your convenience.  thanks!  alan
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: fordfox on November 15, 2017, 05:53:15 PM
Alan,
Do you have any more 2/0 Kolekar grips and arms for the Newell 200/300series reels?
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on November 16, 2017, 01:22:06 AM
i have a 3/0, which is a much nicer looking grip.  same arm, so the total is $%35 plus shipping.  ping me with your address if i can tempt you with one!
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: r8rs4lf on November 30, 2017, 03:46:34 AM
Alan do you have any of these left? Looking to buy one for my Newell P454 Bryan Young conversion.
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on November 30, 2017, 04:01:28 AM
Quote from: r8rs4lf on November 30, 2017, 03:46:34 AM
Alan do you have any of these left? Looking to buy one for my Newell P454 Bryan Young conversion.

yes, got a bunch.  the 400 series reels are the same height as the 3/0 senators.  the longer arm is best, but you have a choice of either the 3/0 grip or the 5/0 grip.   high speed jig fishing?  get the 3/0.  bait?  get the 5/0.  send a pm with your address and i can get it out before i leave for puerto vallarta this friday. 
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: pompano joe on January 17, 2018, 12:21:53 AM
Hi Alan, Would you please send me one each of your SS Newell arms.

Joe Prestridge
1330 Sterling Point Place
Gulf Breeze, FL. 32563

Thank you my friend!
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on January 17, 2018, 12:26:19 AM
joe, due to a screw up on my part, the short arm has a 5/16ths inch hole for the handle and only accepts one of my counterbored spindles.  the long arm has a 3/16ths inch hole and will accept almost any grip.  still want two? 
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: pompano joe on January 22, 2018, 07:29:56 PM
Please.  Thanks Alan!
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: nlam004 on February 21, 2018, 02:09:27 AM
PM sent.

Thanks!
Nick
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: kmstorm64 on August 23, 2018, 02:45:55 AM
Need two arms and two grips for 220 series. Thanks!
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on August 26, 2018, 10:23:22 PM
sorry i missed this.  send a pm when you get a chance.  need your address again. 
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: nlam004 on October 15, 2018, 08:57:11 PM
Ended up getting the blanks powder coated back for my narrow s533s.  Looks and feels good. 

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Nick
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: GoldenRage on February 11, 2019, 09:19:03 PM
Hi Alan,

PM send

Best,
Victor
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: Marco450r on February 28, 2019, 07:43:51 PM
Hi Alan I need 9ne of these for a 332
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on February 28, 2019, 08:09:57 PM
Send me a pm with your address and I'll ship it out. Thanks!
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: Caranx on March 30, 2020, 09:53:02 PM
Hi Alan,
I would like to buy a small Newell handle with the 3/0 knob.
Will send a PM with my address.
Thank you,
Stuart
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on March 30, 2020, 10:36:34 PM
thanks!!!!
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: Caranx on April 05, 2020, 01:12:33 AM
Hi Alan,
Received the handle yesterday evening.
Let me know when you get my payment.
Thanks,
Stuart
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on April 05, 2020, 02:19:50 AM
payment arrived just fine.  thanks!!!!!   ;D
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: SammyboyUluaz on August 30, 2020, 07:49:01 PM
Hey alan do you still have large newell handles?
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: alantani on August 30, 2020, 07:55:26 PM
got a bunch!  the larger newell stainless steel arm has a hole for the handle grip that is 3/16ths of an inch in diameter, so many aftermarket handle grips will fit, as well as my own 5/0 and 3/0 grips!  send a pm if you want me to ship some.  thanks!  alan
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: creech on August 30, 2021, 04:29:52 PM
Hi friends, do you all have anymore Newell large handles?
Thanks all.

Carl
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: Bryan Young on August 31, 2021, 06:08:32 AM
Hi Carl,

Alan is out fishing. Send him a message on Saturday and he will get back to you.
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: creech on September 01, 2021, 06:55:50 PM
Thanks Bryan!
shot out to you on your drag stack kits. i've killed many pelagics on my older reels. Thanks bud!

Carl
Title: Re: newell handle upgrade (updated 5/17/2016)
Post by: Bryan Young on September 02, 2021, 02:38:03 AM
Glad you could slay more fish on them older reels.